Metaphor: ReFantazio - Strategies to Defeat Louis Guiabern in Montario Opera House

In Metaphor: ReFantazio, Louis Guiabern serves as the formidable boss at the Montario Opera House. After the party uses Drakodias against him, they are taken aback to find that the No. 2 candidate is still alive. Players will encounter Louis on the rooftop, where, despite starting with half health, he proves to be a resilient and tough adversary.

This guide will outline effective strategies for assembling a team that can exploit his weaknesses. Prepare yourself for this intense showdown and ensure a smooth victory over Louis Guiabern.

Optimal Team Composition for the Louis Guiabern Encounter

- Protagonist: Soul Hacker/Cleric

- Strohl: Samurai

- Heismay: Ninja

- Hulkenberg: Paladin

For this battle, Strohl and Hulkenberg are vital members of your team. With over 600 health, Hulkenberg’s Paladin Archetype is perfectly suited to absorb most of the boss’s attacks. Meanwhile, Strohl can unleash significant damage using his powerful Slash attacks as a Samurai.

Heismay is an excellent third choice, especially if you've unlocked his Elite Archetype, as the Ninja class provides high damage output that’s crucial for this encounter. Alternatively, if you prefer a different strategy, Junah with her Persona Master Archetype can also be effective, allowing you to take advantage of Louis's temporary elemental weaknesses.

If the rest of your team focuses on dealing damage, consider making the protagonist a Cleric for healing support. However, on easier difficulties, using Medi as an Inherit Skill should suffice, allowing you to opt for a more offensive Archetype.

How to Defeat Louis Guiabern at Montario Opera House

Louis Guiabern does not possess any specific weaknesses, but he also lacks resistances, which means you can use any Elemental or Physical Skills to inflict damage. His Soul Cry attack grants him two turn icons, followed by Royal Coercion targeting one ally, which lowers their Attack and Defense. His primary source of damage is Royal Slash, a multi-hit assault aimed at a single ally.

Start the fight by using Hulkenberg’s Holy Knight's Proclamation to absorb incoming damage from Louis. If you achieve a Critical Hit on the boss and gain another turn icon for Hulkenberg, activate Knight's Defence to enhance her defenses.

Maintain a focus on high-damage Skills throughout the battle. Strohl’s Giant Slice, which costs only 16 MP, provides consistent damage output. It’s wise to inherit Gold Attack on party members who have studied the Merchant Archetype. While it offers lower damage, Gold Attack boasts a high Critical Rate, allowing for the acquisition of extra turn icons.

Since Louis often targets the protagonist, it’s essential to keep their defenses elevated to prevent a dangerous combination of Royal Coercion followed by Royal Slash. Flying Guard Thrust Synthesis delivers high damage, although it requires two turn icons, which can be regained through a Critical Hit.

Upon successfully defeating Louis, players will receive the following rewards:

- 9075 EXP

- 1155 A-EXP

- 1500 MAG

- 7500 Money

With these strategies in mind, you’ll be well-equipped to take down Louis Guiabern and reap the rewards of your victory!